Merhar Law, PLLC

06/10/2025

What happens to an employment lawsuit if the claimant passes away?

Many people assume that employment lawsuits automatically end if the claimant passes away. However, that’s not the case. An appointed personal representative or close family member can step in to continue the claim on behalf of the estate.

The estate may still recover financial losses like unpaid wages or lost benefits that occurred before the claimant’s passing. With proper planning, any compensation can be passed on to the loved ones as part of the estate.

If you’re involved in an ongoing lawsuit or want to prepare for the unexpected, ensuring your legal and estate plans are in order is crucial.

👉 Read our guest blog post by Alex Rissmiller to learn more about keeping your and your family’s legal rights protected.
https://www.merharlaw.com/blog/what-happens-to-your-employment-lawsuit-if-you-pass-away

Learn how employment lawsuits continue under survival claim laws. Find out what changes, who takes over, and how settlements are handled.

05/21/2025

Winning your employment case is a hard-fought victory. But what happens next? Without proper estate planning, your case proceeds may be at risk if something unexpected occurs.

We've collaborated with Rissmiller Employment Law Firm to bring you a guide on protecting your assets and ensuring your loved ones are cared for. Learn about steps like creating a will, setting up trust agreements, and other essential documents to build your financial safety net.

https://rissmiller.com/blog/how-to-protect-your-employment-case-proceeds/

03/13/2025

Take a look at our guest post on PTM Trust and Estate Law of a Guide on How to Store Your Will. Don't let your last wishes get lost!

Guest post by Michael Merhar of Merhar Law, PLLC You have done it! You stopped procrastinating, went to a wills and trusts attorney, had a will drafted, and properly executed it, ensuring your legacy is protected. Mission accomplished, right? Almost. While most people know it is a good idea to have....

11/22/2024

Do you own crypto? Do you keep it on exchanges? Learn about what steps are involved in probate and estate administration when assets are left on crypto exchanges and how to avoid the hassle in this article we wrote in collaboration with Benjamin Inman and Inman Law, PLLC
https://www.inmanlawpllc.com/post/estate-administration-and-crypto-exchanges

I just posted a new article about Estate Administration involving crypto exchanges written by Michael Merhar of Merhar Law:
https://www.inmanlawpllc.com/post/estate-administration-and-crypto-exchanges

He did a thorough and fantastic job on the article. I'm lucky to have him as a professional colleague and friend.

09/30/2024

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12/22/2023

With limitless information on the internet and generative AI (which did NOT write this) all the buzz, what's the value of an estate planning attorney? At least for now, AI can’t replace an attorney tailoring a plan to your specific goals and addressing contingencies you may not have thought of. Read about how estate planning can go awry with documents downloaded off the internet and what the benefits of relying on a human, trustworthy estate planning attorney are.

https://www.merharlaw.com/blog/why-use-an-estate-planning-attorney

While it may seem easy to create an estate plan on your own or use AI technology, there are complexities and nuances that only a qualified estate planning attorney can navigate. Find out why using an attorney is the best choice for protecting your assets and wishes.

11/21/2023

As the holiday season approaches, many of us will be spending plenty of time with family. While we (hopefully) enjoy their company and reflect on the year, it is also a good time to consider our estate plans, especially for those of us with children. We all want to protect our children and sometimes that means having tough conversations and planning for the worst-case scenario. See what's involved in estate planning for parents.

Read considerations for estate planning for young families, parents of children with special needs, and parents with older children. Protect your children with a thoughtful estate plan with a will and trust.

10/31/2023

You know what's spooky? Your soon-to-be ex-spouse can still inherit your property and make health care decisions for you until your divorce is finalized. Learn how divorce affects your will, trusts, and other estate planning documents in Florida.

How does divorce affect my trust, will, and estate plan? Learn how the divorce process impacts your estate planning documents and how you can take steps to avoid issues.

09/22/2023

Everyone has an estate plan whether they realize it or not--every state has laws governing where your property goes when you die if you do not have a will or trust. These laws are designed around what states think an "ordinary" person would want. Are you "ordinary?" Unmarried couples, young children, relatives with special needs--these are people often overlooked in states' intestacy laws.

Estate plans are not one-size-fits-all, and they should change as you experience changes in your life. If you do not take the time to create your own estate plan, you could be putting loved ones in a difficult position if something were to happen to you.

https://www.merharlaw.com/blog/do-you-need-an-estate-plan

Do I need an estate plan? Everyone needs an estate plan. Every state has enacted laws that specify where your property goes when you die if you didn't make your own plan (these are called intestacy laws). That’s right–whether or not you realize it, you have an estate plan, it just may not be wha...

08/18/2023

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Looking for a trusts and estate planning law firm in Gainesville, Florida? At Merhar Law, trusts and estate planning lawyer Mike Merhar will work with you to create a customized plan that meets your unique needs. Contact us today to schedule a consultation!